Manikarnika Ghat is one of the most sacred and historically significant places in Varanasi. Many Hindu families visit this ghat to perform Pind Daan and offer prayers for their departed ancestors. According to Hindu traditions, performing ancestral rituals in Kashi holds special religious importance.

If you are planning Pind Daan at Manikarnika Ghat, it is helpful to understand the ceremony, package price and arrangements before visiting.

VNS Tour Package offers a special Pind Daan service at Manikarnika Ghat for ₹5,000. Families can also choose a boat-based ceremony near the ghat for ₹5,100.

Pind Daan at Manikarnika Ghat – Package Price ₹5,000

Finding the right Pandit and arranging the necessary puja materials can be difficult for families visiting Varanasi for the first time.

To make the process easier, VNS Tour Package provides arrangements specifically for families who want to perform Pind Daan at Manikarnika Ghat.

Our package includes:

Experienced Vedic Pandit.

Complete Pind Daan Samagri.

Pind Daan for 17 generations (17 Purkh).

Arrangement of the ritual location at Manikarnika Ghat.

Guidance throughout the puja.

Assistance during the ceremony.

The package price is ₹5,000. Families do not need to purchase the regular puja materials separately.

Pind Daan on the Ghat or by Boat

Families can select between two arrangements depending on their preference.

Both options have different arrangements. You can discuss the suitable option with Pandit Ji before booking.

Pind Daan for 17 Generations (17 Purkh)

One of the special rituals available in this package is Pind Daan for 17 generations.

During this ceremony, 17 Pinds are prepared and offered according to the prescribed ritual procedure and family traditions.

The offerings are associated with ancestral remembrance and prayers for departed souls. The ceremony also includes a special offering for ancestors whose names or identities may not be known to the family.

If you know your family Gotra and the names of your ancestors, you can share these details with Pandit Ji before the puja. If some details are unavailable, Pandit Ji can guide you regarding the appropriate Sankalp.

What Materials Are Required for Pind Daan?

Pind Daan involves several traditional materials used during the ceremony.

Commonly required items include:

Rice flour or wheat flour.

Ghee and honey.

Black sesame seeds (Til).

Ganga Jal.

Flowers and seasonal fruits.

Other materials according to the ritual.

At VNS Tour Package, the required puja samagri is arranged for the selected package. Families do not need to bring these materials from home.

How Long Does Pind Daan Take at Manikarnika Ghat?

The time depends on the type of ceremony and the number of offerings.

Generally, Pind Daan for 17 generations takes around one hour. An annual Shraddh ceremony may take approximately 35 minutes.

The actual duration can change depending on the family requirements and Pandit Ji's guidance.

Book Pind Daan at Manikarnika Ghat with VNS Tour Package

If your family specifically wants to perform Pind Daan at Manikarnika Ghat, you can contact VNS Tour Package before travelling to Kashi.

Our team can help coordinate the Pandit, puja samagri and selected ceremony arrangements.

Package Details:

On-Ghat Pind Daan: ₹5,000

Boat Pind Daan: ₹5,100

Pind Daan for 17 generations.

Experienced Pandit.

Complete puja materials.

Contact: VNS Tour Package
Location: Manikarnika Ghat, Varanasi
Phone / WhatsApp: 9555811603

Share your preferred date and ritual requirements to discuss the booking arrangements.